2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z4 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |