2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 947 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Hardbody | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
