2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. 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 152 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 929 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z4 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
