2004 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 916 kg more than 2004 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
