2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 105 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Evora. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Evora 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 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Toyota | Lotus |
| Model | Sequoia | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
