2004 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 1 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
