2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Viano | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 99 L |
