2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
