2004 Honda Z vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 340 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Z | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Z | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 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 | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |