2009 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 5 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 99 L |
