2002 Honda Z vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1570 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Z | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Z | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 136 L |