2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |