2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |