1992 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 540 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |