2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40. 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Avancier | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
