2006 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5700 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |