2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 148 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 (427 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 50 L |
