1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 17 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 494 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
