2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Avancier | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
