1988 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Suzuki Vitara | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3040 mm |
