2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S2000 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
