2001 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 10 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sequoia | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
