2007 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 335 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |