2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
