2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |