2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 380 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 Kia Optima. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Optima 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 | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Avancier | Optima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2351 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
