2000 Ford Equator vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1506 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Equator | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2714 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 3100 mm |
