2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Titan | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
