2006 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2006 Lexus IS and 2006 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | IS | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |