2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5784 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
