2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 10 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z3 | Venza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |