1998 Ford Probe vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe 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 195 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Probe 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1956 mm |
