2012 Nissan NV vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan NV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan NV would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | NV | Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2156 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
