2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
