2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 169 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Xterra | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
