2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 301 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Sequoia | Equus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 77 L |
