2006 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
