2004 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Avancier (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2004 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sportage 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 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Avancier | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1542 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |