2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mercedes-Benz C 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model C Sequoia
Year Released 2000 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2146 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 141 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 102 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 100 L