2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Land Rover Range Rover were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 755 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z4 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 104 L |
