2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 99 L |
