2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tundra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
