2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 105 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
