2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier 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 99 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 2003 Volkswagen Golf
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Avancier Golf
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4148 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1735 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2512 mm


 

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