2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 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 | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
