2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
