2007 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
