2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 11 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 42 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 445 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Avantime | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
