2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
