2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
