2006 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (306 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 656 kg more than 2006 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 550 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |