2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa 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 Versa. 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 Versa (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2005 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Versa | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
