2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Endeavor | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3099 mm |