2004 Ford GT vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT | 350Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |