2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 240 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sequoia | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 95 L |
