1999 Honda Z vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. 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 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Z | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |