2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
