2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
