1997 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1569 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen W12 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | W12 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5584 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
