2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | GL | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
