2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |