2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, both 2006 Nissan 350Z and 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
