2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
