2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 651 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
