2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat. 2005 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
