2004 Honda City vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | City | Z4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2497 mm |