2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2001 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2001 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sonoma | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
