2004 Kia Cerato vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Cerato | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Cerato | Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |