2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | FX | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 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 | 2120 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
