2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 8 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 BMW 123.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tundra | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Tundra | 123 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |