2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Avancier | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Avancier | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |