2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Avantime |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |