2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 635 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 SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |