2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 399 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | Viano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
