2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 482 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Altima | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
