2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1167 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan NV (521 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | NV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
