2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 643 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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 2008 Dodge Charger. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Charger | Avantime |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |