2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 2009 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2009 Nissan 370Z and 2009 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Nissan 370Z.

Because 2009 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry. 2009 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan 370Z 2009 Toyota Camry
Make Nissan Toyota
Model 370Z Camry
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3699 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 332 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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