2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |