2005 Honda Avancier vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata 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 17 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Avancier | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Avancier | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
