1994 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 448 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
