2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Lexus RX
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 7 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, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Lexus RX.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus RX. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus RX. (348 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Sequoia | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 73 L |
