2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 149 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 Primera, 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z4 | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |