2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 928 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | Z4 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |