2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, both 2006 Nissan 350Z and 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 247 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 820 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
