2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa 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 322 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1625 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 2004 Seat Arosa, 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Arosa | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Arosa | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |