1992 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 540 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 99 L |
