1993 Subaru Leone vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 404 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Leone | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
