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 4,671 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 R. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm) has 84 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 | 2987 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 99 L |
