2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 99 L |
