2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Griffith. 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. 2004 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Sequoia | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
