2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2008 BMW 330

To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Avancier 2008 BMW 330
Make Honda BMW
Model Avancier 330
Year Released 2003 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2254 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 63 L


 

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