2000 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 11 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 2,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 123 kg more than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Because 2000 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford S-Max. 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier. 2000 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Avancier | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2251 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
