2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
