2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 248 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1457 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 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 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Sequoia | 500 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2599 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
