2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | R | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2910 mm |