2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
