2004 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 524 kg more than 2004 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 (544 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 545 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |