2009 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3270 mm |
