2001 Honda Avancier vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Avancier | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Avancier | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
