2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 879 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 99 L |
