2011 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 154 kg more than 2011 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
