2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
