2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 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 75 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Avantime | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Avantime | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |