2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Avancier | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
