2000 Honda Avancier vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier, 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2252 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
