2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z4 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
