2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 687 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sequoia | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 64 L |
