2007 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 804 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
