2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1648 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
