2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1386 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
