2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
