2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (208 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |