2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
