2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1416 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | TSO | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3110 mm |
