2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2009 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z.

Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan 350Z 2009 Nissan Titan
Make Nissan Nissan
Model 350Z Titan
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 5551 cc
Horse Power 300 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 106 L


 

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