2008 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
