2002 Toyota Will vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 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 2008 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will, 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Will | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Will | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
