2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, both 2001 BMW Z9 and 2001 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Z9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Z9 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z9 | RunX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |