2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
