2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
