2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 9 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avantime | A |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
