2003 BMW 520 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 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 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 214 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 936 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |