1999 Honda Today vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. Both 1999 Honda Today and 2005 Honda Z are equipped with a 656 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. 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, 2005 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2005 Honda Z | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Today | Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |