2010 BMW X6 vs. 2010 BMW Z4

To start off, both 2010 BMW X6 and 2010 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW X6 2010 BMW Z4
Make BMW BMW
Model X6 Z4
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4400 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 480 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 779 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2615 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4879 mm 4239 mm
Vehicle Width 1984 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1689 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2934 mm 2497 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 55 L


 

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