2007 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 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 (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |