2002 Honda Z vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 340 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Z | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Z | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |