1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 633 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
