2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 202 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 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime. 2012 Audi S5 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. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Renault Avantime | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Avantime | S5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |