2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Fusion. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Fusion 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:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
