2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
