2000 Honda Z vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
