2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 12 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Avantime | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Avantime | Cayman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2415 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |