2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 966 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Navigator | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
