2003 Honda Z vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1998 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
