1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 169 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
