2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z4 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
