2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 623 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2010 Ford Explorer 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. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
