2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 727 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | Titan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 140 L |
