2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | GL | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
