2002 Honda Z vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 804 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 2013 GMC Terrain. 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Z | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 71 L |
