2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Maxima | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Maxima | Avantime |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |