1996 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |