2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 836 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 99 L |