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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.

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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 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 Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4662 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 100 L


 

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