2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
