2009 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (272 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sequoia. (315 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sequoia | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
