2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Auris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
