2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1248 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Defender | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |