2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 536 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
