2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 99 L |
