2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E500 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
