2006 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2005 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |