2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 73 L |