2000 Honda Z vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 391 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 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
