2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 96 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | 260 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
