2002 Honda Z vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 712 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 2012 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
