2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1314 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |