2006 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2006 Holden Commodore and 2006 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,976 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Commodore (360 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 Holden Commodore (290 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2006 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 2006 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Holden Commodore | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5976 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
