2000 Honda Avancier vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2000 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Avancier | 156 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2251 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
