2001 Honda Z vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Z | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Stagea |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |