1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |