2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4.
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, 2005 BMW Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2005 BMW Z4 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z4 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |