2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Nissan 350Z and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan 350Z | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | 350Z | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |