2001 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 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 97 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2001 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
