2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier. 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | SL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
