2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Prius | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Prius | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |