2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 581 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Elantra | Avantime |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |