2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, both 2011 BMW Z4 and 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 Honda CR-Z, 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 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW Z4 | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z4 | CR-Z |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2436 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |