1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 39 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |