2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 GMC Safari

To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW Z4 1999 GMC Safari
Make BMW GMC
Model Z4 Safari
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 4291 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 98 L


 

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