2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 126 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sequoia | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |