2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
