2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 BMW Z4 and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2004 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 2004 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
