2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Nissan 350Z and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 194 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
