1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 961 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet APV | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | APV | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3099 mm |