2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 160 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Avantime | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Avantime | Panamera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |