2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dacia Logan, 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | Z4 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
