2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
