2012 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2012 BMW Z4 and 2012 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW Z4 | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z4 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |