2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avancier | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
