2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | 350Z | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 508 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |