2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
