2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 1456 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Defender | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |