2001 Honda Avancier vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Avancier. 2001 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Avancier | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Avancier | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
