2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-250 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
