2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | QX56 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |