2004 Honda Avancier vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier. 2004 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Avancier | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
