2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Z4 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |