2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |