2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2007 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 604 kg more than 2007 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 SL 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 SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |