2003 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2003 BMW Z4 and 2003 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z4 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW Z4 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 2003 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
