2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |