2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
