1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 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 133 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1945 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3099 mm |