2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 76 L |
