2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 996 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 443 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |