2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 356 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
