1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 234 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
