2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 613 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.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avancier | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2881 mm |
