2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (430 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 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 X5 | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
