2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4007 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
