2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 840 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Endeavor | Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 35 L |
