2005 Honda Avancier vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier. 2005 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Avancier | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avancier | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
