2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. 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 E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |