2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis

To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier.

Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 2005 Renault Vel Satis
Make Honda Renault
Model Avancier Vel Satis
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2254 cc 2187 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 80 L


 

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