2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 953 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 99 L |
