2010 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.

Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW M5 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make BMW Toyota
Model M5 Tundra
Year Released 2010 2000
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 500 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4864 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1847 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1468 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2888 mm 3270 mm


 

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