2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 516 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |