2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
