2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sequoia | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 90 L |
