2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 544 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Sequoia 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Sequoia Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5663 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 381 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.5 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17 L/100km 17.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 100 L


 

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