2004 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, both 2004 Honda Fit and 2004 Honda Z were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 2004 Honda Z | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Fit | Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |