2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
