2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 535 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make BMW Toyota
Model 535 Tundra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3428 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3270 mm


 

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