2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
