2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 992 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | 350Z | Defender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
