2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Titan.
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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2011 Nissan Titan 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. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z4 | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |