2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |