2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
