2008 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 BMW 740.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 99 L |
