2004 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 447 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 2012 Ford Explorer. 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Avancier | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
