2005 Honda Avancier vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 396 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Clarus. 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, 2005 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Avancier | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Avancier | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
