2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota. 2002 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
