2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. 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 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avancier | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
