2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Volkswagen Routan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1017 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Z4 | Routan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |