2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | Z4 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
