2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 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 88 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |