2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |
