2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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 (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | 350Z | i40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
