2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 531 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2211 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |