2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 9 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 130 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Avancier | S5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
