2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Vibe | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |