2010 Toyota iQ vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 8 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota iQ | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | iQ | Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2985 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 35 L |
