2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2011 Toyota Sequoia and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sequoia | B |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2715 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
