2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 824 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | 350Z | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2179 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
