2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Stallion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Stallion would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Stallion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Toyota Stallion. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Stallion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2005 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Stallion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1336 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
