2005 Renault Avantime vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Avantime | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Avantime | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |