2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tundra | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
