2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 591 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avantime | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
