2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 560 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Avancier | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |