2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |