2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Avantime | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Avantime | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |