2005 Renault Avantime vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Avantime | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Avantime | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
