2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (280 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2009 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 2009 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
