2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, both 2011 BMW Z4 and 2011 Nissan Cube were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW Z4 | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z4 | Cube |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |