2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
