2004 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2004 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |