2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Matrix and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Matrix 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, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Matrix | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Matrix | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
