1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z3 | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |