2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Nissan 350Z and 2006 Subaru Forester 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) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 350Z | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
