2006 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (272 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (315 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320. 2009 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 320 2009 Toyota Sequoia
Make BMW Toyota
Model 320 Sequoia
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2040 mm


 

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