2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 125 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 752 kg more than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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.
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2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Sequoia | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2715 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |