2007 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 806 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |