2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 228 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 869 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1845 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
