2008 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 505 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
