2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 792 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z4 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
