2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | 350Z | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |