2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (360 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 173 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 Infiniti M 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 2012 Infiniti M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Avantime | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
