2008 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion 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 215 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1607 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fusion | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |