2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2910 mm |
