2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 937 kg more than 2012 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sequoia | 335 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2742 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |