2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Avancier | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
