2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Will. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Will weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2003 Toyota Will | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Will |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
