2008 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 796 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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 (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (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 X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |