2002 Honda Avancier vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Avancier | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
