2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Avancier | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
