cruiser vs sequoia

[melmark2]

I'm settled on toyota, now to narrow it down. I'm wondering how the cruiser compares to the seq limited in ride quality, handling, utility. Of course the cruiser is more opulent, byt the limited ain't bad in the interior department either. Anyone have experinence with both?

[MOREPOWER]

its $6000 over msrp see my gallery no thanks get a sequoia 17 mpg city not very good on gas.

[bwb]

I own both. I will try to give you a run down of the differences that I have found. I will preface my comments by saying that I am a big guy. I came to Toyota after years of driving full size domestic pick ups.

Landcruiser:
Seems to have more room in the driver's seat. I can move the seat futher back than in the Sequoia, thus I am more comfortable driving it.
The LC has height adjustable arm rests. The Sequoia does not, and when the armrest is down, it is too low for me to use it.
Full time four wheel drive is very nice in heavy rain and patchy snow/ice, where I would not necessarily engage four wheel drive in a part time mode.
The LC rides a bit smoother than the Sequoia.
Rear vent windows are nice.

Sequoia:
The third row seats are usable, even by adults.
The second row has a tremendous amount of room.
Seemingly solid drivetrain and ladder frame.
Better fuel economy than the LC.
More rear cargo room than the LC.
Less expensive than the LC.

To sum it up, if I were to buy again, I would purchase a Sequoia Limited. The LC is really a nice truck, has a great legacy, and is very impressive off road. However, it is very difficult to justify the price difference.

Brett

[tbrown78]

Originally Posted by MOREPOWER

its $6000 over msrp see my gallery no thanks get a sequoia 17 mpg city not very good on gas.

I think he's asking about the Landcruiser vs the Sequoia not the FJ.

[melmark2]

Originally Posted by bwb

I own both. I will try to give you a run down of the differences that I have found. I will preface my comments by saying that I am a big guy. I came to Toyota after years of driving full size domestic pick ups.

Landcruiser:
Seems to have more room in the driver's seat. I can move the seat futher back than in the Sequoia, thus I am more comfortable driving it.
The LC has height adjustable arm rests. The Sequoia does not, and when the armrest is down, it is too low for me to use it.
Full time four wheel drive is very nice in heavy rain and patchy snow/ice, where I would not necessarily engage four wheel drive in a part time mode.
The LC rides a bit smoother than the Sequoia.
Rear vent windows are nice.

Sequoia:
The third row seats are usable, even by adults.
The second row has a tremendous amount of room.
Seemingly solid drivetrain and ladder frame.
Better fuel economy than the LC.
More rear cargo room than the LC.
Less expensive than the LC.

To sum it up, if I were to buy again, I would purchase a Sequoia Limited. The LC is really a nice truck, has a great legacy, and is very impressive off road. However, it is very difficult to justify the price difference.

Brett

thanks, that was very helpful. I'm selling my cayenne for more storage room, so I'm trying to find something with somewhat reasonable handling and ride (the cayenne is excellent).