2010 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Satria would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Proton Satria, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2008 Proton Satria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Sequoia | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Sequoia | Satria |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2599 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2027 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2450 mm |
