2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 567 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
