2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Traverse | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
