1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |