2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. 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 Volvo V50. 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 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Avancier | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Avancier | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |