2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Renault Avantime. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
