2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 Citroen C8, 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z4 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
