1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2005 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
