2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Avantime | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
