2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |