2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 173 more horse power than 2005 Renault Avantime. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
