2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 789 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
