2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 BMW X3 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 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |