2000 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW 320 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |