2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta

To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Caserta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Caserta would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Caserta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2000 Toyota Caserta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (140 Nm). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Caserta. 2000 Toyota Caserta has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Caserta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW Z4 2000 Toyota Caserta
Make BMW Toyota
Model Z4 Caserta
Year Released 2006 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2492 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 189 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 140 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 936 kg
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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