2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2005 Nissan 350Z and 2005 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 177 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 Previa, 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 (359 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 350Z | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |