2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen 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 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Avantime | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Avantime | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |