2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 Toyota RAV4 and 2008 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 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 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | RAV4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |