2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz B 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 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 35 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |