2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tundra would be higher. 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 85 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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.
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2009 Toyota Tundra | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Tundra | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |