2006 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
