2008 Honda Element vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
