2009 BMW 135 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 883 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 135 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 99 L |
