2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Avancier | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
