2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | NP300 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
