2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Malibu | Avantime |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |