2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 228 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
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 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tundra | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
