2012 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 979 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 328 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
