2009 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 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 129 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki XL7 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
