2003 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2005 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Sequoia | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
