2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Avantime | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
