2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Avancier | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
