2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
