2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 54 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | X-Type | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
