2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 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 37 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 292 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Altima 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 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Avancier | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
