2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Avancier | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
