2006 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
