2008 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2004 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
