2000 Honda Z vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 724 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 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
