2001 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |