2005 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 7 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Avancier | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Avancier | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
