2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Odyssey | Avantime |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |