2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sequoia | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 96 L |
