2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
