2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |