2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 539 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 426 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |