2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 296 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.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Avantime | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Avantime | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |