2005 Honda Avancier vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Avancier | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
