1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |