2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
