2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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 39 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | 350Z | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3197 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
