2008 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |