2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Avancier | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 33 L |
