2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1592 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sequoia | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |