2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 464 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 801 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |