2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 454 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sequoia | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 80 L |
