2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
