2003 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2003 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW Z4. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z4 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2745 mm |
