2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
