2004 Honda Avancier vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Avancier | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
