2009 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Honda Avancier.
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, 2005 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2005 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
