2011 BMW X5 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2011 BMW X5 and 2011 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 440 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |