2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Avantime |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |