2004 Honda Z vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 830 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.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Z | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
