2012 BMW X6 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2012 BMW X6 and 2012 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 BMW X6 and 2012 BMW Z4 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, both vehicles can yield 406 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW X6 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X6 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |