2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 674 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model Viano Sequoia
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2146 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 376 HP
Torque 270 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 100 L


 

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