2000 Honda Avancier vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 4 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 2,252 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 241 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avancier | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2252 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
