2006 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
