2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Jetta | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
