2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 798 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.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Avancier | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
