2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
