2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70. 2013 Volvo C70 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. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Renault Avantime | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Avantime | C70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |