2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, both 2006 Nissan 350Z and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan 350Z | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5733 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 92 L |