2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 589 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Z |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |