2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 954 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z4 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |