2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 99 L |
