2002 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 774 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
