2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
