2008 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
