2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 83 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4664 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |