1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 2006 Toyota Sequoia
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Fleetwood Sequoia
Year Released 1968 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7725 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 375 HP 273 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5800 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 100 L


 

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