2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 780 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SSC Aero. 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm) has 916 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (441 Nm). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Toyota | SSC |
| Model | Sequoia | Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1090 mm |
