2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |