2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 75 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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Z4 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |