2004 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |