2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Nissan 350Z and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 521 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 (372 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 350Z | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 34 L |
