2003 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |
