1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari. 2003 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |