2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Sequoia | TL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2606 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
