2006 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Honda Avancier

To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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 2006 BMW 318. 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 318 2003 Honda Avancier
Make BMW Honda
Model 318 Avancier
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2254 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 61 L