2005 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Avantime |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |