1999 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 588 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
