2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 298 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 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.
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2003 Honda Avancier | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Avancier | XC60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2774 mm |