2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 632 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
