2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 724 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
