2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 209 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | T5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2742 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
