2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tundra | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Tundra | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2770 mm |