2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 698 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Routan | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
