2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
