2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 789 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
