2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M 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 101 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 877 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
