2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 71 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Because 2008 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF. 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XF | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
