2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Optra and 2007 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Optra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
