2005 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
