2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 175 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Golf, 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 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Z4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |