2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 443 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |