2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Renault Avantime.
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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
