2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 698 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
