2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 941 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sequoia | GTI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 55 L |