2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 433 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S2000 | Avantime |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |