2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Highlander | Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |