2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2008 Toyota Sequoia
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model C Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 276 HP
Torque 220 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1384 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 100 L