2009 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (430 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
