2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 6 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 70 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.
Because 2008 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Renault | Ferrari |
| Model | Avantime | 599 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
