2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Inspire. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Inspire.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Inspire | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
