2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2002 Renault Avantime and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Avantime | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Avantime | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |