2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 200 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Avancier Frontera
Year Released 2003 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2254 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm


 

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