2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 191 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Chevrolet Colorado 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Colorado Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 17.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 100 L