1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 929 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
