2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Sequoia | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |