2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 7 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Z4 | ATS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |