2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris 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 74 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Avancier | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
