2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sienna | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
