2005 Honda Avancier vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 72 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Avancier | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avancier | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
