2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tundra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
