2002 Honda Z vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 650 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 2000 Toyota Solara. 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Z | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Z | Solara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |