2007 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sienna | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
