2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E500 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3500 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 | 441 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |