2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Sequoia | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 45 L |
