2001 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (406 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sequoia | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
