2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 and 2009 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |