2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown would be higher. Both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2005 Toyota Crown are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Crown. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Crown. (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
