2006 Nissan Navara vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3.
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 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Navara | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Navara | Z3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |