2000 Honda Z vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
