2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, both 2004 BMW Z4 and 2004 Ford Econovan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan.
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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Econovan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |