2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Quantum 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
