1999 Honda Z vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1205 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
