2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 819 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
