2008 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord 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:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
