2000 Honda Z vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 336 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Xterra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 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 | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |