2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 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 (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
