2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Avancier | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
