2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (274 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 885 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 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 493 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
