2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 10 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avancier | Eos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
