2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 BMW Z4 2008 Toyota RAV4
Make BMW Toyota
Model Z4 RAV4
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L