2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 166 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 433 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sequoia | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |