2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |