2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Nissan 350Z and 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 350Z | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |