2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2536 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
