2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Odyssey (339 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
