1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 99 L |
