2008 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 499 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |