2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 283 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Avancier | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| 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 | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1337 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
