1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. 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 1995 Dodge Spirit. 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 (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
