2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan 350Z 1996 Toyota Picnic
Make Nissan Toyota
Model 350Z Picnic
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 283 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 354 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 86 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2740 mm


 

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