2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Kuga would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Kuga and 2010 BMW Z4 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Kuga | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
