2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
