1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-150 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3099 mm |