2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 249 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | SL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
