Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Infiniti FX | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 390 hp@6500 369 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 113.5 in | -15.3 in |
Length | 161.9 in | 191.3 in | -29.4 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 75.9 in | -5.8 in |
Height | 49.9 in | 65.0 in | -15.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3219 lb. | 4575 lb. | -1356 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 39.3 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 57.3 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 44.7 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.4 in | -57.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.2 in | -54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 34.6 in | -34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -37.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.2 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.2 ft3 | 62.0 ft3 | -52.8 ft3 |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2009 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Longest drive was 6 hours and had no discomfort whatsoever. Have ridden for 4 hours in a Toyota Rav4 and was almost in pain after an hour. see full Infiniti FX review |