2007 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 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 227 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 120 2008 Toyota Sequoia
Make BMW Toyota
Model 120 Sequoia
Year Released 2007 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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