2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 1 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 228 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo 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:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | MiTo | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
