2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 626 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
