2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
