1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Retro Cruiser | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
