2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Dodge Viper 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 2004 Dodge Viper. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
