2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 957 kg more than 2007 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 135 L |
