2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1951 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3099 mm |