2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |