2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Nissan | Lexus |
Model | 350Z | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |