2009 BMW 130 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 5 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 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
