2001 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 314 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
