2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sienna | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |