2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 443 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |