2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 128 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 628 kg more than 2006 Toyota Previa. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 75 L |
