2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2004 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Avancier (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier. 2004 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 2004 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Kuga | Avancier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |