2002 Honda Z vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 4 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 395 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
