2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 4 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2005 Alpina Roadster 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 2005 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | Roadster | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
