2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Avancier | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
