2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 463 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
