2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
