2003 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 318 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |