2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
