2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 471 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. 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 (320 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Spectra | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
