2002 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 584 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.

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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (480 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW M3 2009 Toyota Tundra
Make BMW Toyota
Model M3 Tundra
Year Released 2002 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3997 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 545 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1684 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3710 mm


 

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