2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 607 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sequoia | 535 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
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 | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2742 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |