2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 R (597 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 99 L |
