2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 3500 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
