2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Cadillac XLR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Z4 | XLR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |