2011 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen GTI | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | GTI | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
