2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 BMW Z8.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tacoma | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
