2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Sequoia | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
