2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 757 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
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2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Sequoia | Traverse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |