2002 Honda Z vs. 2003 Honda Z

To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, 2003 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Z 2003 Honda Z
Make Honda Honda
Model Z Z
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 654 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 61 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 64 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 35 L


 

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