2009 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 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 115 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
