2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |