2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Avancier | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Avancier | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |