2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |