2008 BMW 118 vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,252 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
