2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,663 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 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 831 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 5663 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
