1997 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 1997 Mercedes-Benz A and 1997 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 629 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
