2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 652 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Versa | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Versa | Avantime |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |