2005 Honda Z vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Z | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Z | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |