2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 62 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 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Avantime | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
