2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo C70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Avantime | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
