2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Avantime |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |