2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 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 59 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Avancier | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
