2000 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 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 95 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 891 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 330 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:
2000 BMW 330 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |