2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 705 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |