2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo C70. 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Avancier | C70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
