2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | X-Trail | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
