2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z

To start off, both 2009 Nissan GT-R and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z.

Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 2009 Nissan GT-R 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. 2009 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan GT-R 2009 Nissan 350Z
Make Nissan Nissan
Model GT-R 350Z
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3799 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 469 HP 309 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 588 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 310 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1340 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 80 L


 

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