1996 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
