1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Defender | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3099 mm |
