2007 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 379 kg more than 2004 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |