2000 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3099 mm |
