2004 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 233 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 914 kg more than 2004 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |