2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
