2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Durango | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3099 mm |