2009 Toyota Hilux vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Hilux | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Hilux | 370Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |