2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |