2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
