2002 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2002 Honda Z were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
