2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3560 mm |
