2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sequoia | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4917 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
