2011 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 237 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Tundra | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
