2004 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
