2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
