2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
