2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 261 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 120 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
