2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 27 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Avantime | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Avantime | Sharan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |