2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 145 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 2010 Jaguar XF 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 2010 Jaguar XF. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Avantime | XF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
