2012 Chrysler 200 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chrysler 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chrysler 200 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 203 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 200. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler 200 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1543 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
