2008 Acura TL vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
