2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
