2003 Honda Z vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Z | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 654 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |