2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 801 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Grandis | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
