2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Eclipse | Avantime |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |