2002 Honda Avancier vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Avancier | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
