2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (220 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Aristo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Aristo weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Aristo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
