2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 SL (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |