2008 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4663 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3270 mm |
