2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vision | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
