1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V 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 197 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. 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, 1999 Honda HR-V, 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
